Performer: Electro-Soma is the debut album by British electronic music duo B12. It was released on Warp on 29 March 1993 and is the fourth release in Warp's Artificial Intelligence series. Some album tracks had been previously released on the band's own B12 Record label using their pseudonyms Musicology, Redcell, and Cmetric. The vinyl release includes the exclusive track "Drift", but excludes the tracks "Debris", "Satori", and "Static Emotion", present on the CD release.
Also the CD print looks different.
Electro-Soma II is essentially more of the same, which still means that it's a fascinating listen for anyone interested in the early days of ambient techno. Debris" is a lengthy sci-fi rocket-ship journey, which sounds tense and uncertain until its celebratory end section.
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Electro-Soma was compiled by Warp co-founder Rob Mitchell from a range of tracks produced under different aliases by the group, and originally released as the fourth entry in the Artificial Intelligence series alongside now-classic albums from Black Dog Productions, Polygon Window, Autechre, Speedy J & . Arriving just under twenty-four years since its original inception, Electro-Soma returns offering us a timeless classic within the lineage of both Warp and UK electronic music as a whole
Electro-Soma I + II Anthology, 2017. Soundtrack of Space, 04:04. Phil Collins Two Hearts. Radio Monte Carlo Мировое Кино.
Electro-Soma II. BY B12. Vinyl LP Record. A specially compiled companion volume to the reissue of Electro-Soma, an album compiled predominantly from early 12s on the seminal B12 Records label by mysterious pseudonyms such as Musicology, Redcell and Cmetric. This sequel delves further into the B12 vaults, containing deep cuts and sought after rarities, including some tracks making their first appearance on vinyl. Remastered from original sources. Insert contains track-by-track annotation by B12 alongside archival photos and memorabilia. Additional information.
B12 – Electro-Soma I + II Anthology. Electro-Soma was compiled by Warp co-founder Rob Mitchell from a range of tracks produced under different aliases by the group, and originally released as the fourth entry in the Artificial Intelligence series alongside now-classic albums from Black Dog Productions, Polygon Window, Autechre, Speedy J & . Arriving just under twenty-four years since its original inception, Electro-Soma. returns offering us a timeless classic within the lineage of both Warp and UK electronic music as a whole.
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Listen to Electro Soma by B12 on Deezer. Total duration:1 h 07 min. 01. Soundtrack Of Space.
Tracklist
| A1 | Debris | 8:41 |
| A2 | Ecliptic | 6:37 |
| A3 | Ming | 2:10 |
| B1 | Bubbles | 4:41 |
| B2 | Kaxaia-80 | 5:25 |
| B3 | Satori | 5:51 |
| C1 | Paradroid | 4:46 |
| C2 | Transient Pathways | 3:57 |
| C3 | Fear Of Expression | 5:18 |
| D1 | Go With The Hiss | 5:51 |
| D2 | Eiyla | 6:32 |
| D3 | Static Emotion | 2:26 |
Companies, etc.
- Recorded At – The Epicentre, London
- Mastered At – Precise Mastering
- Phonographic Copyright (p) – B12 Records
- Copyright (c) – Warp Records
- Licensed To – Warp Records
- Lacquer Cut At – Precise Mastering
Credits
- Artwork – Sarah Sparkes
- Mastered By, Lacquer Cut By – Sam John
- Written-By, Sequenced By, Mixed By, Recorded By, Producer – Michael J Golding*, Steven A Rutter*
Notes
A1 Originally released in 1992 under the artist name Cmetric as part of the Philosophy Of Sound And Machine EP1 on Applied Rhythmic Technology (ART).A2 Recorded in 1991. Originally issued in 2007 as part of the repress of the Practopia EP and included on B12 Records Archive Volume 3 compilation in 2009.
A3 Recorded in 1991. First released in 2008 on B12 Records Archive Volume 1.*
B1 Originally issued as part of the Outlook EP in 1992 by Musicology.
B2 Recorded in 1992. First released as part of B12 Records Archive Volume 2 compilation in 2008.*
B3 Originally issued as part of the Hall Of Mirrors EP in 1992 by Musicology.
C1 Originally issued as part of the Redcell EP in 1992.
C2 Recorded in 1991. First released on B12 Records Archive Volume 3 compilation in 2009.*
C3 Originally issued on the first B12 record by Musicology in 1991.
D1 Recorded in 1991. First released as part of B12 Records Archive Volume 3 compilation in 2009.*
D2 Recorded in 1991. First released as part of B12 Records Archive Volume 1 compilation in 2008.*
D3 Included on the Original Warp CD version of Electro-Soma in 1993.*
* Previously unreleased on vinyl.
Made in EU. Gatefold Sleeve with 4-page, 12" x 12" insert containing prints of historic flyers and hype stickers.
Sticker on the shrinkwrap reads:
"A specially compiled companion volume to the reissue of Electro-Soma, an album compiled predominantly from early 12"s on the seminal B12 Records label by mysterious pseudonyms such as Musicology, Redcell and Cmetric. This sequel delves further into the B12 vaults, containing deep cuts and sought after rarities, including some tracks making their first appearance on vinyl. Remastered from original sources.
Includes track-by-track annotation and DL card. Limited edition clear vinyl."
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Barcode: 8 01061 70091 1
Other versions
| Category | Artist | Title (Format) | Label | Category | Country | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WARP LP9X | B12 | Electro-Soma II (2xLP, Album, Comp, Ltd, RM) | Warp Records | WARP LP9X | UK | 2017 |
